Instagram

Events

AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Assessment Exam.
The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Cost: $375
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Assessment
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Cost: $500
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Course
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

Intermediate Level Course
This course is for individuals with some climbing background that now wish to get out by themselves and learn to lead climb! This course will focus on effective techniques for leading ‘traditional’ (placing gear) and ‘sport’ (bolted) climbs in a single pitch setting confidently and efficiently. The course will look at climbing efficiently, gear placements and anchor building with lots of climbing and one on one coaching throughout from your Instructor.
We start with an in-depth review of gear placements and climbing equipment, then move on to ‘mock leading’, (leading with a top rope) with the instructor alongside to coach. By the end of this intensive course you will have lead traditional climbs while the instructor ascends alongside looking at each placement you make. This course is the perfect next step for the top rope climber that wants to start leading sport and trad climbs by themselves!
Topics Covered:
Lead climbing strategies and techniques for climbing confidently
Equipment selection, racking and considerations
Ropework; clean, efficient systems
Detailed look at gear placements including: SLCD's (cams) Stoppers, Tricams, "Big Bros" and Hexentrics
Advanced anchors using natural (trees/boulders/threads) and artificial (gear/bolts) components and single pitch anchor creation and considerations
Evaluating fixed gear; bolts, pitons, sling material and stoppers
Review of understanding guidebooks, reading topos and choosing appropriate climbs
Common myths and truths about climbing equipment
Course Prerequisites:
Applicants must have taken our Foundation Level courses or can top rope 5.6 climbs, rappel and have experience placing artificial gear and building anchors.
To go to the Main Single Pitch Lead Climbing Course Page Click Here
Click Here to Book Course

This is hands down our most popular course! The two day course is ideal for people wanting to learn the foundational skills to set up top ropes and begin climbing rock by themselves. This course teaches the solid set of skills needed to get out and start rock climbing and is a mix of ground school lessons along with lots of actual rock climbing!
We cover everything from climbing movement and correct belaying techniques to creating top rope set ups and anchors to climbing equipment selection, use and storage. We have created this course to set up the participant for our more in depth Rock Climbing 201 and specialized Intermediate Level Courses such as the Single Pitch Rescue and Lead Climbing Courses.
Topics Covered:
Climbing movement and bouldering skills
Knots and rope work skills
Belaying and rappelling, communication in climbing
Climbing equipment showing you what you need, what you don't need as well as looking at storage and proper use
Creating anchors using Natural components (trees, boulders) and bolt anchors for top rope climbing set ups
Reading climbing topos and deciphering climbing grades
Leave no Trace wilderness skills, climbing history and ethics
Debunking common myths in climbing and climbing equipment
Lots of Climbing!
To go to the Main Rock Climbing 101 Course Information Page Click Here
Click Here to Book Course

This two day course is ideal for climbers wanting to learn more advanced skills such as gear placement and building anchors with artificial gear (Stoppers, Cams, Hex's Tri-Cams, etc) and to look at some basic necessary skills such as self rescue and problem avoidance in single pitch climbing. This course will also start looking at following pitches to prepare you to belay and follow lead climbers in a trad single or multipitch setting.
With the Rock 101 and 201 under your belt you will have all the skills to try out our specialized Intermediate Level courses such as the Single Pitch Rescue and Lead Climbing courses which will take you to the next level of confidence and skills.
Topics Covered:
Advanced climbing movement skillsKnots and rope work skills
Belaying the lead climber
Following trad lead pitches, gear removal, racking, communication
Introduction to self rescue and problem avoidance in a single pitch setting
Creating anchors using Natural and Artificial components anchors for top rope climbing set ups
Climbing equipment showing you what you need, what you don't need as well as looking at storage and proper use
Climbing history and ethics, Leave no Trace wilderness skills
Debunking common myths in climbing and climbing equipment
Lots of Climbing!
To go to the main Rock Climbing 201 Course Information Page Click Here
Click Here to Book Course

This is hands down our most popular course! The two day course is ideal for people wanting to learn the foundational skills to set up top ropes and begin climbing rock by themselves. This course teaches the solid set of skills needed to get out and start rock climbing and is a mix of ground school lessons along with lots of actual rock climbing!
We cover everything from climbing movement and correct belaying techniques to creating top rope set ups and anchors to climbing equipment selection, use and storage. We have created this course to set up the participant for our more in depth Rock Climbing 201 and specialized Intermediate Level Courses such as the Single Pitch Rescue and Lead Climbing Courses.
Topics Covered:
Climbing movement and bouldering skills
Knots and rope work skills
Belaying and rappelling, communication in climbing
Climbing equipment showing you what you need, what you don't need as well as looking at storage and proper use
Creating anchors using Natural components (trees, boulders) and bolt anchors for top rope climbing set ups
Reading climbing topos and deciphering climbing grades
Leave no Trace wilderness skills, climbing history and ethics
Debunking common myths in climbing and climbing equipment
Lots of Climbing!
To go to the Main Rock Climbing 101 Course Information Page Click Here
Click Here to Book Course

AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Assessment Exam.
The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Assessment
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Course
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

Intermediate Level Course
This course is for individuals with some climbing background that now wish to get out by themselves and learn to lead climb! This course will focus on effective techniques for leading ‘traditional’ (placing gear) and ‘sport’ (bolted) climbs in a single pitch setting confidently and efficiently. The course will look at climbing efficiently, gear placements and anchor building with lots of climbing and one on one coaching throughout from your Instructor.
We start with an in-depth review of gear placements and climbing equipment, then move on to ‘mock leading’, (leading with a top rope) with the instructor alongside to coach. By the end of this intensive course you will have lead traditional climbs while the instructor ascends alongside looking at each placement you make. This course is the perfect next step for the top rope climber that wants to start leading sport and trad climbs by themselves!
Topics Covered:
Lead climbing strategies and techniques for climbing confidently
Equipment selection, racking and considerations
Ropework; clean, efficient systems
Detailed look at gear placements including: SLCD's (cams) Stoppers, Tricams, "Big Bros" and Hexentrics
Advanced anchors using natural (trees/boulders/threads) and artificial (gear/bolts) components and single pitch anchor creation and considerations
Evaluating fixed gear; bolts, pitons, sling material and stoppers
Review of understanding guidebooks, reading topos and choosing appropriate climbs
Common myths and truths about climbing equipment
Course Prerequisites:
Applicants must have taken our Foundation Level courses or can top rope 5.6 climbs, rappel and have experience placing artificial gear and building anchors.
To go to the Main Single Pitch Lead Climbing Course Page Click Here
Click Here to Book Course

AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Assessment Exam.
The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Assessment
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Course
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Course
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

This AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course is located at Camp Blue Star, Hendersonville, NC
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Climbing Wall Instructor Program
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Assessment Exam.
The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Assessment
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

This is hands down our most popular course! The two day course is ideal for people wanting to learn the foundational skills to set up top ropes and begin climbing rock by themselves. This course teaches the solid set of skills needed to get out and start rock climbing and is a mix of ground school lessons along with lots of actual rock climbing!
We cover everything from climbing movement and correct belaying techniques to creating top rope set ups and anchors to climbing equipment selection, use and storage. We have created this course to set up the participant for our more in depth Rock Climbing 201 and specialized Intermediate Level Courses such as the Single Pitch Rescue and Lead Climbing Courses.
Topics Covered:
Climbing movement and bouldering skills
Knots and rope work skills
Belaying and rappelling, communication in climbing
Climbing equipment showing you what you need, what you don't need as well as looking at storage and proper use
Creating anchors using Natural components (trees, boulders) and bolt anchors for top rope climbing set ups
Reading climbing topos and deciphering climbing grades
Leave no Trace wilderness skills, climbing history and ethics
Debunking common myths in climbing and climbing equipment
Lots of Climbing!
To go to the Main Rock Climbing 101 Course Information Page Click Here
Click Here to Book Course

The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Course
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

Intermediate Level Course
This course is for individuals with some climbing background that now wish to get out by themselves and learn to lead climb! This course will focus on effective techniques for leading ‘traditional’ (placing gear) and ‘sport’ (bolted) climbs in a single pitch setting confidently and efficiently. The course will look at climbing efficiently, gear placements and anchor building with lots of climbing and one on one coaching throughout from your Instructor.
We start with an in-depth review of gear placements and climbing equipment, then move on to ‘mock leading’, (leading with a top rope) with the instructor alongside to coach. By the end of this intensive course you will have lead traditional climbs while the instructor ascends alongside looking at each placement you make. This course is the perfect next step for the top rope climber that wants to start leading sport and trad climbs by themselves!
Topics Covered:
Lead climbing strategies and techniques for climbing confidently
Equipment selection, racking and considerations
Ropework; clean, efficient systems
Detailed look at gear placements including: SLCD's (cams) Stoppers, Tricams, "Big Bros" and Hexentrics
Advanced anchors using natural (trees/boulders/threads) and artificial (gear/bolts) components and single pitch anchor creation and considerations
Evaluating fixed gear; bolts, pitons, sling material and stoppers
Review of understanding guidebooks, reading topos and choosing appropriate climbs
Common myths and truths about climbing equipment
Course Prerequisites:
Applicants must have taken our Foundation Level courses or can top rope 5.6 climbs, rappel and have experience placing artificial gear and building anchors.
To go to the Main Single Pitch Lead Climbing Course Page Click Here
Click Here to Book Course

The AMGA provides training and the only nationally and internationally recognized certifications in the USA for Climbing Instructors and Rock, Alpine and Ski Mountaineering Guides. The AMGA is the sole representative in the US for the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) and Climbing Instructor Certifications (endorsed by the UIAA). The AMGA is recognized worldwide as the highest American standard of training and certification for instructors and guides. AMGA certification is now the standard in the USA.
Click here for more information on the American Mountain Guides Association Single Pitch Instructor Course
Click here to book an AMGA Program online
You can also call us on 1-888-284-8433 to book over the phone or email us with questions at

This course is ideal for women of all levels who are looking for weekend of climbing and comraderie. We will meet Friday evening and set up camp along the scenic Davidson river and discuss our goals over a delicious meal prepared by the guides. Saturday and Sunday will be climbing-filled days where participants will develop confidence and technical competence in a supportive environment.
Price: $375 (includes all gear, meals, and camping)
Click Here to Book Course